Name: 2023 Portugal & Portimao "Track & Tour"
Start: 2023-10-27T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-11-07T00:00:00.000Z
Location: 8500 Portimão, Portugal

Leod Escapes

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Oct 27 - Nov 7, 2023

Group size: 8 - 15

2023 Portugal & Portimao "Track & Tour"

8500 Portimão, Portugal

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Leod Escapes

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31 reviews

Oct 27 - Nov 7, 2023

Group size: 8 - 15

Ride the craziest track in a country many overlook. Portugal is Europes oldest country and two centuries ago is was a dominant world power. Today it’s content with just being one of the most free and democratic nations on earth. Remnants of its grand past make Portugal a scenic place to ride today. Curvy coastlines and rugged mountains are connected by roads spotted with towns with rich history. You’ll see old castles, opulent palaces, grand cathedrals, preserved walled cities and the occasional monastery hidden away in the mountains. It’s perfect for touring with an emphasis on great coast lines but we’re here for more than just a sporty ride through the country. The most wild MotoGP circuit is found here and you get to ride it for three days. This is the rollercoaster of Portimao, officially known as Autodromo Internacional do Algarve. This is a riders tour with days off the beaten path to enjoy great roads and great scenery far from the tourist trail. Our local guides put some effort into making this route special for the Leod Escapes style rider. Come join us and ride the dream.

11 Night Accommodations
3&4 Star and more than just comfortable these places have character
3 Days of Track Time
Get up to speed as your coach helps you each session. Two time WSBK Champion Troy Corser teaches you theory and joins you on the track.
2023 BMW S1000RR
Your track bike for 3 days. Upgrades to Slicks and Warmers Available
6 Days of Sport Touring
Chase local guides on a route designed for sport riders across the wilds of Portugal
Base Model F750GS
There are only about 4 base model F750GS so if you want a bargain, grab it early. Range of upgrades available, like F900XR, R1250GS, R1250RT and S1000XR
Local Guides
Join guides who've ridden 100s of miles already in Portugal
Luggage Truck
Bring your track gear in a separate bag and leave it in the van until it's time.
Good Breakfast Everyday
These hotels put on a spread in the morning so eat up
Dinner Every Night
We are far off the beaten path sometimes so we've arranged some good food ahead of time.

BMW F850GS, F800GT, F900XR

$450

BMW R1250RS

$600

BMW R1250GS

$600

BMW S1000XR

$750

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BMW R1250RT

$750

BMW K1600GT

$1,100

Slicks and Warmers in Pit Box

$825

Track Leather Suit Rental

$120

Rental of Dainese 1 piece track leather suit for the 3 days course. size needed to pre-order

Track Gear Rental

$180

Dainese Leathers, AGV helmet, boots and gloves for 3 days at track. Please inquire sizing. We must pre-order

Custom Art Work / VnM

$75

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Custom art work set up fee as charged by VnM first time

Day 1
Day 1
Welcome to Lisbon
Welcome to Portugal! If you come in on the official arrival day or the day before we will meet you at the airport and get you to the arrival hotel. We encourage everyone to arrive a day or two early and enjoy Lisbon while walking off that jet lag. On the official arrival night we will have our first rider briefing and welcome dinner. You'll quickly understand why Leod's secret sauce is not just what we do but who we do it with, your fellow riders are lunatics just like you. You're going to have a great adventure with some fun people.
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Day 2
Day 2
Lisbon – Tomar
Ride along the coast passing by Cascais, the so-called Portuguese Monaco, and near Sintra and its lush palaces. We will stop at the cliffs of Cabo da Roca, the westernmost point of the European continent. The walled city of Óbidos is also on our way, and we will sleep in the historic Templar town of Tomar.
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Day 3
Day 3
Tomar – Coimbra
This is a day to discover the interior of the country, get into the Portuguese mountains and observe how the most rural area of the country moves. We will ride through the Serra da Lousâ along fun mountain roads until we reach the university city of Coimbra
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Day 4
Day 4
Coímbra - Serra da Estrela
A day of motorcycling paradise in the heart of the Serra da Estrela. With a route of fantastic mountain roads with wide landscapes, plenty of curves and excellent asphalt. The final stretch will take us to the high mountains of the Serra da Estrela, where we will even cross a glacial valley. This is a special place made for riders like us.
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Day 5
Day 5
Serra da Estrela– Alentejo
It is time to go south, to the lands of the Tagus River, which we will cross next to the well-preserved medieval castle of Belver. Then we will gradually enter the famous Alentejo region, until we reach the foot of the beautiful and well-preserved walls of the great Évora.
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Day 6
Day 6
Alentejo – Algarve
We will leave Évora crossing the Alentejo fields, land of excellent wines, until we reach the Guadiana Natural Park. There, we will meet again with beloved mountain roads. In this case, we will cross the Caldeirão and Monchique mountain ranges until we reach the Algarve. Tonight we begin our stay or the next 5 nights at the Algarve Race Resort.
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Day 7
Day 7
Portimao Algarve Circuit
It's time to learn the lines of MotoGPS wildest circuit. Today you'll meet your coach, get some lessors from Troy Corser and get familiar with the new 2023 BMW S1000RR. Stop for a moment and take it all in, you're riding Portimao.
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Day 8
Day 8
Portimao Algarve Circuit
It's day two. Time to work on those few remaining reference points, get your braking and turn entry dialed, maybe work on a little body position. Troy's got some interesting lessons for you as well. By now you are getting used to the planted front end feel those winglets give you.
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Day 9
Day 9
Portimao Algarve Circuit
It's time to put it all together and work with your coach to get your laps clean and tight. Be sure to wear your custom VnM top today as we'll take our paddock group photo. Take a look at how your lap times have improved over the 3 days. Enjoy a beer at the end of the day with the team, you've ridden Portimao proper.
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Day 10
Day 10
Algarve Race Resort Rest Day
You've pushed hard over the past 3 days. It's time to relax, stretch out the sore muscles in the pool and take a day off. A few of us might take a group ride into town for lunch. The goal of the day is to recuperate for the final ride back to Lisbon tomorrow.
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Day 11
Day 11
Algarve – Lisbon
We will ride along the Portuguese Atlantic coast, a wonderful combination of cliffs, beaches of fine white sand and mythical capes where centuries-old lighthouses protect sailors from the cliffs. We will finish crossing the Tagus River over one of the most emblematic bridges in Portugal to reach Lisbon.
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Day 12
Day 12
Lisbon Departure
Make sure we know your departure flights so we can pair people up to save on cab fare. We will see you on your next adventure.
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Day 1

Welcome to Lisbon

Welcome to Portugal! If you come in on the official arrival day or the day before we will meet you at the airport and get you to the arrival hotel. We encourage everyone to arrive a day or two early and enjoy Lisbon while walking off that jet lag. On the official arrival night we will have our first rider briefing and welcome dinner. You'll quickly understand why Leod's secret sauce is not just what we do but who we do it with, your fellow riders are lunatics just like you. You're going to have a great adventure with some fun people.

Leod Escapes

31 reviews

Leod Escapes specializes in International tours with “Track Time”. That means sport touring the best curvy roads for week and riding a proper sport bike on a famous race course. Leod Escapes pioneered the concept of “Track & Tour” and each year we seek to add a new destination to keeps things fresh and exciting. Since we are located in the best place for motorcycle sport touring the USA we also do GPS self guided and custom tours in Northern California.

Great trip with great people. Hotels were excellent and everything went smooth

By Chris C for 2024 Tuscan Hill Hopper Travel Training Tour on Nov 29, 2024

I had a great time on the Core of Catalunya tour. The owner of Leod Escapes, Cat, was with us the whole way through, helping to facilitate and guide. He helped make sure we were informed of important details and that everyone was making it safely to the destinations. A big bonus of this tour was having Michael “HeyNow” Henao from Yamaha Champions Riding School on the tour. He’s not only a great guy, he brought the insights of a YCRS instructor to help us improve our riding while on the tour. We also had a wonderful local guide, David, with a deep and personal connection to Catalunya, riding, and racing. David brought us on the most amazing twisties I’ve ever ridden. He also shared stories of riding and racing that gave me an unforgettable appreciation for what this place represents in the world of motorcycles. The food was exceptional. We ate at some hidden gems throughout the region that would’ve been near impossible to find without someone familiar with the area. All of the hotel stays were also very exclusive. We stayed in beautiful locations only locals usually know about, far from tourist-heavy areas. This also allowed us to see amazing parts of Spain I didn’t even know existed. To top it off, we ended the tour with 3 days of riding on the Catalunya MotoGP circuit with Racing School Europe. That was incredible. Speechless. Overall, this was a life-changing tour, my riding has improved drastically, and I can’t wait to do the next one with Leod Escapes!

By Alexander M for 2024 Core of Catalunya on Nov 04, 2024

Our recent tour through Spain was my 2nd experience with Leod Escapes. The group dynamic was again exceptional, fostering a sense of camaraderie that made the journey more enjoyable. Our guide, David, was not only a skilled rider but also an effective communicator, ensuring the entire group's safety while keeping the pace up. We also had Michael from YCRS help build on the foundations learned at Champschool, which made me feel like an accomplished canyon rider by the time we ended the trip. The meticulously planned routes perfectly blended challenging twisty roads and spectacular landscapes--every mile was an adventure. Our time at Cataluyna, in particular, was a highlight, pushing my riding abilities to new limits and providing an unforgettable 3-day track experience. (Be prepared to buy an additional set of slicks!) The accommodations were comfortable and the food was delicious, offering a well-deserved rest after a day of riding. However, incorporating more free time in the late afternoons would allow riders to explore local towns and immerse themselves in the area at their own pace. If you're a motorcyclist seeking an unforgettable adventure, I highly recommend this tour. It's the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself, explore a beautiful country, and connect with like-minded individuals.

By Stephen R for 2024 Core of Catalunya on Nov 04, 2024

There are no words that could properly encompass this trip. To say it was a surreal, and absolutely indescribable experience would be an understatement. I knew it would be epic, the trip most dream of, but it completely exceeded every expectation. Could not POSSIBLY have imagined it better. Blown away. Thank you Leod Escapes, Cat and Nancy.